Nov.24 (GMM) The Formula 1 title fight has been dramatically revived after both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were disqualified from the Las Vegas GP for excessive plank wear. Hours after the chequered flag, FIA inspectors ruled that both McLarens breached the minimum thickness requirement, reducing Norris’ points lead over Max Verstappen from 42 to […]
Month: November 2025
Piastri plays down social media ‘accident’
Nov.23 (GMM) Oscar Piastri’s title hopes are collapsing as the Australian’s difficult run at McLaren worsened with a subdued Las Vegas race – while teammate Lando Norris strengthened his position as championship favourite. Norris didn’t convert pole into victory on Saturday night, but Piastri slipped even further behind – with two race weekends remaining, he […]
Red Bull hit by fresh Verstappen team exits
Nov.23 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s trusted inner crew has taken another major hit, with De Telegraaf and De Limburger reporting that three more members of his engineering team are leaving Red Bull. It leaves only race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase, who joined the quadruple world champion on the top step of the podium in Las Vegas, in […]
Leclerc erupts, Hamilton implodes, Vasseur silent
Nov.23 (GMM) Ferrari’s season lurched deeper into open crisis in Las Vegas as Charles Leclerc unleashed one of the most brutal radio outbursts of his career – the same week chairman John Elkann told his drivers to “talk less”. After qualifying only ninth, Leclerc exploded on the radio with: “My God – f*ing embarrassing.” And […]
Engine grey area ‘disappears’ under 2026 rules – FIA
Nov.22 (GMM) The FIA says the confusion raised by McLaren over Max Verstappen’s fresh engine in Brazil will no longer exist once the new 2026 power-unit cost cap comes into force. After Red Bull fitted a brand-new power unit to Verstappen’s car at Interlagos – widely seen as a straight performance choice – McLaren quietly […]
Mick Schumacher should ‘give up on F1 dream – Danner
Nov.22 (GMM) Christian Danner believes Mick Schumacher is right to walk away from Alpine’s WEC program and head to IndyCar – because his Formula 1 career is effectively over. The German veteran, who previously raced in IndyCar himself, told Ran that 26-year-old Schumacher’s path back to F1 has closed for good. “He’s off the radar,” […]
Schumacher family to become ‘more cautious’ – manager
Nov.22 (GMM) Michael Schumacher’s family will now tighten their inner circle even further after the shocking blackmail case involving stolen private material about the stricken seven-time world champion. Schumacher’s long-time manager Sabine Kehm told the Wuppertal Regional Court that the incident has permanently changed the way the family operates. “The breach of trust has led […]
‘Artificial’ tyre rule to ‘destroy’ Qatar GP – boss
Nov.22 (GMM) Ayao Komatsu has sharply criticised Pirelli’s decision to impose mandatory tyre-stint limits at next weekend’s Qatar GP – a move that guarantees at least two pitstops and eliminates all strategic variation. Pirelli’s 25-lap cap on each tyre set, announced early this week, was introduced after renewed concerns over structural wear at Losail. But […]
‘Nervous’ Tsunoda has ‘no regrets’ over Red Bull switch
Nov.22 (GMM) Yuki Tsunoda admits he is anxious about his future in Formula 1 as Red Bull continues to delay its 2026 driver decision – but says he does not regret stepping into the seat that ultimately ended Sergio Perez’s career with the team. Arriving in Las Vegas, the Japanese driver was open about the […]
Spa begins tearing down iconic control tower
Nov.22 (GMM) Spa-Francorchamps has begun a new chapter in its long history, as demolition of the circuit’s familiar old control tower makes way for a modern replacement scheduled to open in June 2026. The new structure – officially named the Uhoda Tower after the Belgian mobility and real-estate group partnering with the circuit – will […]
Bearman slams Vegas track as Verstappen dodges headlines
Nov.22 (GMM) Oliver Bearman has broken with the usual diplomatic tone of Formula 1 drivers by openly criticising the Las Vegas street circuit – calling it the least enjoyable track he has ever driven. “This is the least fun street circuit I’ve ever driven,” the 20-year-old told reporters. “Normally they’re really fun and fantastic. Here, […]
Piastri social-media blunder fuels McLaren tension talk
Nov.22 (GMM) Oscar Piastri has landed himself – and McLaren – in an awkward spot after briefly sharing Bernie Ecclestone’s recent claim that the team is favouring Lando Norris in the 2025 title fight. The post appeared on Piastri’s Instagram story on Thursday before being deleted a few hours later. According to Sky Italia, it […]
Massa and FIA both declare ‘crashgate’ victory
Nov.21 (GMM) Confusion – and conflicting claims of victory – erupted after the High Court in London ruled on Felipe Massa’s lawsuit over the 2008 ‘Crashgate’ saga. The former Ferrari driver declared a “great day for justice”, saying the court had refused attempts by Formula One Management, Bernie Ecclestone and the FIA to shut down […]
Race wins ‘only late next season’ predicts Marko
Nov.21 (GMM) Red Bull is publicly tempering expectations for the first year of Formula 1’s radical 2026 regulations, with Dr Helmut Marko admitting that the team’s new in-house engine – developed with Ford – is unlikely to be a frontrunner straight away. That engine will debut in a season defined by sweeping technical change – […]
Gasly and Verstappen puzzled by Piastri slump
Nov.21 (GMM) Two Formula 1 drivers say Oscar Piastri’s sudden loss of form is “strange” – even as the Australian believes he is now pulling himself out of the slump that derailed his championship charge. Pierre Gasly told AFP he cannot make sense of the performance swing. “It’s inexplicable,” said the Alpine driver. “You can […]
Berger backs IndyCar move for Mick Schumacher
Nov.21 (GMM) Gerhard Berger says a switch to IndyCar would be a “good solution” for Mick Schumacher. Alpine’s WEC program recently announced the signing of Antonio Felix da Costa on a multi-year deal, and now Schumacher has confirmed he is leaving the French marque. “I’m very grateful for these past two years,” he said on […]
Verstappen jokes about future F1 race number
Nov.21 (GMM) Max Verstappen says he will consider switching his race number for 2026 now that the FIA has formally allowed mid-career changes – but admits his preferred option may not be available. Speaking to Dutch media in Las Vegas, Verstappen said: “I do indeed need approval, so it’s a good question which number I’ll […]
Ocon under pressure as Bearman leads Haas charge
Nov.21 (GMM) Esteban Ocon is coming under intense pressure at Haas, with the team locked in a lucrative late-season fight for sixth place in the constructors’ standings – and rookie Oliver Bearman delivering almost all of the points. Over the last four grands prix, Haas have outscored their direct rivals and now head into the […]
Leclerc plays down Elkann storm amid Aston rumours
Nov.21 (GMM) Charles Leclerc has moved to calm speculation about his Ferrari future after team president John Elkann’s recent “talk less” remarks sparked a media firestorm – and fuelled fresh rumours linking the Monegasque to Aston Martin for 2027. Speaking in Las Vegas, Leclerc dismissed the controversy and said Elkann’s comments had been misunderstood. “People’s […]
Kurtz not positioning to be Wolff successor
Nov.21 (GMM) Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has sold part of his one-third stake in the team to CrowdStrike founder George Kurtz – in a transaction that confirms a record valuation for the former world champions. Billionaire Kurtz has acquired 15 percent of Wolff’s 33 percent holding, equating to around 5 percent of the entire team, […]